Nikole argues that the history of the United States does not begin in 1776 with the declaration of independence, but in 1619 with the arrival of the first slaves in Virginia. (Read more...)

Colin Powell, the first African American Secretary of State to the United States of America, not only made history but further distinguished himself by occupying the highest ranking position in the U.S. military. (Read more...)

In 1927, Barnes was the first Black to receive an official board certification in Otolaryngology. (Read more...)

On Thursday December 1, 1955, Rosa Parks refused to give her seat to a white passenger on a bus. This singular action sparked a chain reaction that changed the course of history for Blacks in the United States of America. (Read more...)

Since the 1970s, February has been regarded as the month in which Blacks, particularly African Americans, are celebrated within the United States. (Read more...)

Basquiat is the author of "Untitled", a painting acquired by a Japanese billionaire for $110.5 million: the most paid for a work by an American artist. (Read more...)

Amanda's poetry and writings focus on feminism, marginalization, race, oppression, and the Africa diaspora. (Read more...)

With 11 NBA titles in his 13-year career, Bill Russell remains the most ringed player in NBA history to this day and for a long time to come. (Read more...)

With 27 gold medals, Biles holds the record of most gold medals for men and women combined. (Read more...)

Muggsy spent 14 seasons in the golden era of the NBA with incredible performances. His career enabled a paradigm shift from height as the major requirement, to the impact a player can bring to the game. (Read more...)